“By necessity, we are direct and swift in speech and movement. This is the true dynamic that underlies our apocryphal rudeness. Also true: we do not make eye contact. Neither do we encourage it. Consider the number of humans a New Yorker will pass on a given day – on the subway, in a train or bus terminal, in an office or simply walking down the street. To facilitate speed and minimize drama, it’s productive to keep one’s eyes focused ahead.”

“You don’t have to spend a lot of money to feel like a million. A good night’s sleep, a quiet walk by the river or a hug from a favorite person will do the trick.”

“Indulgence comes in all varieties: a mouthful of gourmet chocolate, a hot stone massage, a week in Paris or 20 uninterrupted minutes to getlost in a book.”

“Rest and repose are as much a part of life’s journeys as seeing all we came to see.”

“If you are feeling constrained by a group that you belong to, ask yourself,“How can I participate in this community and still be who I am?”

“It is our beliefs, more than our experiences, that determine life's possibilities.”

“What do you believe about who you are? About your capabilities? When was the last time you trusted yourself enough to test them?”

“Turn off the radio, TV, DVD, iPod, computer and cell phone. Then, listen.”

“If we never challenge our shortcomings, we ensure that they remain our Achilles' heel.”

“Stop now and always wonder. Press forward and tap the wonder.”

“Life only plants the seeds. It’s up to us to help them grow.”